Ben Monkaba

#5 It is caused by a genetic deletion on the long arm of chromosome 7, encompassing about 25 genes. ELN, CLIP2, GTF2IRD1, GTF2I, and LIMK1 are among the genes which are usually deleted in individuals with WS.

#6 Most people do not inherit WS; the deletions in chromosomes are caused by random events which occur in sperm or eggs from their parents.

#7 WS is autosomal dominant since only one copy of the altered chromosome 7 can cause the syndrome. However, affected people do have a 50% chance of passing the altered chromosome 7 on to their children.

tests to determine creatine phosphokinase (an enzyme in the human body that is found mainly in the brain, heart, and skeletal muscle) levels, that may be elevated because of underlying inflammation of the muscles;

tests to determine blood calcium levels;

to check for any renal stones (that are caused by high calcium levels) and to rule out anatomic abnormalities – renal ultrasound;

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